Zurich Canada is looking for a Senior Underwriter on its Middle Market team to underwrite and grow a portfolio of complex commercial P&C; risks while building robust relationships with brokers and customers. Underwrite new and renewal commercial P&C; business within your delegated authority, focusing on accounts with higher technical complexity. Assess and price risks using Zurich’s underwriting tools and methodologies, ensuring alignment with underwriting strategy and risk appetite.

Structure coverage, terms and conditions that meet customer needs while achieving profitable growth and portfolio balance. Proactively build and manage a qualified pipeline of opportunities 90–120 days before they go to market. Develop and maintain strong relationships with assigned brokers and key accounts, acting as a trusted advisor and primary contact.

Collaborate closely with internal partners such as claims, risk engineering and other underwriting teams to deliver integrated solutions and cross‑sell additional lines of business. Handle referrals and coordinate on larger or more complex accounts,



ensuring consistent application of underwriting standards. Lead or support short‑term projects (typically 3–9 months) aimed at improving underwriting processes, tools or customer experience.

Share technical expertise and provide guidance to less experienced underwriters, contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

High School

Diploma or equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area.

High School

Diploma or equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.

Zurich Certified Insurance

Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market‑Facing area.

Zurich Certified Insurance

Apprentice with an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area. Knowledge of line(s) of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines.

Experience with Microsoft Office. Bachelor’s Degree.

📌 Senior Underwriter, Middle Market - Prairies (Calgary)
🏢 Zurich Canada
📍 Calgary